An interesting game for Valur (13-3) which played road game in Kopavogur against 4th placed Breidablik (12-7). Third ranked Valur managed to get a 10-point victory 85-75. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Breidablik. The game was mostly controlled by Valur. Breidablik managed to win second period 27-19. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Breidablik 53-27 including a 35-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Valur looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a good game for American forward Urald King (198-90, college: SE Oklahoma) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field). Guard Benedikt Blondal (188-93) contributed with 16 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. American guard Tyrone Garland (185-92, college: La Salle) answered with 18 points and 6 assists for Breidablik. Valur have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain third place with 13-3 record having six points less than leader Hottur. Breidablik at the other side keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. Valur are looking forward to face league's leader Hottur in Egilsstadir in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Breidablik will have a break next round. D1 top team - Hottur (17-1) added another victory to their record. This time they beat fifth ranked Hamar (7-11) 104-98. American guard Aaron Moss (185, college: Cabrini, agency: Duran International) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!), 12 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners and Mirko Virijevic chipped in 36 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American forward Chris Woods (195-89, college: Pfeiffer) with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 18 rebounds. The victory was the eleventh consecutive win for Hottur. They maintain first place with 17-1 record. Hamar at the other side keeps the fifth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Vestri. Hottur will play against Valur (#3) in Reykjavik in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Hamar will play against Vestri and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Bottom-ranked Armann is still unable to win any game. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they lost on the road their 19th consecutive match to second ranked Fjolnir (15-4) 123-73 on Sunday evening. Marques Oliver nailed 29 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field) for the winning side. Grimkelli Sigurthorsson came up with 12 points for Armann in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Fjolnir maintains second place with 15-4 record having just one point less than leader Hottur. Armann lost their nineteenth game in a row. They still close the standings. Fjolnir's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Reykjavik to the arena Valur. The game in Selfoss was also worth to mention about. Sixth ranked Vestri (7-11) played at the court of 7th ranked FSU (6-13). Vestri defeated FSU 80-70. The best player for the winners was Yima Chia-Kur who had a double-double by scoring 31 points and 15 rebounds. Vestri moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Hamar. FSU lost their third game in a row. They keep the seventh position with 13 games lost. Vestri's next round opponent will be Hamar (#5) at home. FSU will play against Armann in Reykjavik and it may be a tough game between close rivals.

The game in Selfoss was also worth to mention about. Sixth ranked Vestri (7-11) played at the court of 7th ranked FSU (6-13). Vestri defeated FSU 80-70. The best player for the winners was American forward Yima Chia-Kur (196-86, college: Arkansas St.) who had a double-double by scoring 31 points and 15 rebounds. Point guard Hinrik Gudbjartsson (185-96) chipped in 17 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Chia-Kur is a former Eurobasket Summer League player, which is considered top international summer league in the market. At the other side the best for losing team was American forward Terrance Motley (201-91, college: Sam Houston St.) who recorded a double-double by scoring 23 points and 13 rebounds and point guard Ari Gylfason (186-89) added 15 points and 5 rebounds respectively. Four FSU players scored in double figures. Vestri moved-up to fifth place, which they share with Hamar. FSU lost their third game in a row. They keep the seventh position with 13 games lost. Vestri's next round opponent will be Hamar (#5) at home. FSU will play against Armann in Reykjavik and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers:FSu: T.Motley 23+13reb+1ast, A.Gylfason 15+5reb+3ast, H.Hreinsson 12+5reb+4ast, J.Jokull Thrainsson 10+1reb, A.Tryggvason 6+8reb+1ast, G.Gautason 4Vestri: Y.Chia-Kur 31+15reb+2ast, H.Gudbjartsson 17+5reb+6ast, P.Ilievski 12+1reb+1ast, M.Thordason 9+2reb, N.Hardarson 9+5reb+2ast, A.Olafsson 2+10reb

An interesting game for Valur (13-3) which played road game in Kopavogur against 4th placed Breidablik (12-7). Third ranked Valur managed to get a 10-point victory 85-75. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Breidablik. The game was mostly controlled by Valur. Breidablik managed to win second period 27-19. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They outrebounded Breidablik 53-27 including a 35-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. Valur looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. It was a good game for American forward Urald King (198-90, college: SE Oklahoma) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 24 points and 12 rebounds (on 12-of-15 shooting from the field). Guard Benedikt Blondal (188-93) contributed with 16 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners. Five Valur players scored in double figures. American guard Tyrone Garland (185-92, college: La Salle) answered with 18 points and 6 assists and swingman Snorri Vignisson (193-97) added 11 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Breidablik. Valur have an impressive series of seven victories in a row. They maintain third place with 13-3 record having six points less than leader Hottur. Breidablik at the other side keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. Valur are looking forward to face league's leader Hottur in Egilsstadir in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Breidablik will have a break next round. Top scorers:Breidablik: T.Garland 18+3reb+6ast, K.Kjartansson 14+1reb+1ast, S.Vignisson 11+7reb+1ast, B.Vidisson 9+2reb+2ast, R.Ragnarsson 9+4reb+1ast, A.Gunnarsson 6+4rebValur: U.King 24+12reb+2ast, A.Bracey 17+6reb+3ast, B.Blondal 16+6reb+6ast, B.Petursson 11+12reb+3ast, S.Sturluson 10+6reb+4ast, O.Petursson 3+1reb+1ast

D1 top team - Hottur (17-1) added another victory to their record. This time they beat fifth ranked Hamar (7-11) 104-98. It looked good early as Hamar took a 4-point small lead at the end of first quarter. But then Hottur had a 29-19 second period charge getting the lead and Hamar was not able to take back game control losing it eventually 98-104. American guard Aaron Moss (185, college: Cabrini, agency: Duran International) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 34 points (!!!), 12 rebounds and 9 assists for the winners and the former international forward Mirko Virijevic (201-81, college: Freed-Hardeman) chipped in 36 points (!!!) and 10 rebounds. The best for the losing side was American forward Chris Woods (195-89, college: Pfeiffer) with a double-double by scoring 30 points and 18 rebounds and guard Hilmar Petursson (187-0) scored 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Five Hamar players scored in double figures. The victory was the eleventh consecutive win for Hottur. They maintain first place with 17-1 record. Hamar at the other side keeps the fifth position with 11 games lost. They share it with Vestri. Hottur will play against Valur (#3) in Reykjavik in the next round, which may be the game of the day. Hamar will play against Vestri and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers:Hamar: C.Woods 30+18reb+2ast, S.Thorvaldsson 18+1reb+3ast, E.Stefansson 15+3reb+3ast, H.Petursson 14+6reb+5ast, O.Sigurdarson 11+7reb+1ast, S.Hrafnsson 6+2reb+3astHottur: M.Virijevic 36+10reb, A.Moss 34+12reb+9ast, R.Albertsson 12+7reb+1ast, V.Hafsteinsson 7+3reb+2ast, H.Birgisson 6+3reb+3ast, S.Hakonarson 6+4reb+3ast

Bottom-ranked Armann is still unable to win any game. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. This time they lost on the road their 19th consecutive match to second ranked Fjolnir (15-4) 123-73 on Sunday evening. The game without a history. Fjolnir led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 78 of its points in the paint compared to Armann's 44 and made 21-of-25 free shots (84.0 percent) during the game. Fjolnir forced 26 Armann turnovers and outrebounded them 41-26 including a 29-17 advantage in defensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 25 assists. American Marques Oliver (201-91, college: Delaware St.) nailed 29 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals (on 13-of-17 shooting from the field) for the winning side and guard Robert Sigurdsson (187-94) accounted for 17 points and 7 assists. Five Fjolnir players scored in double figures. Grimkelli Sigurthorsson (-97) came up with 12 points and guard Magnus Hjalmarsson (184) added 11 points respectively for Armann in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Fjolnir maintains second place with 15-4 record having just one point less than leader Hottur. Armann lost their nineteenth game in a row. They still close the standings. Fjolnir's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Reykjavik to the arena Valur. Top scorers:Armann: G.Sigurthorsson 12+4reb+2ast, M.Hjalmarsson 11+3reb+1ast, A.Fjalarsson 11+2reb, B.Fridriksson 9+5reb, D.Fridriksson 7+2reb, O.Thorteinsson 7+4reb+2astFjolnir: M.Oliver 29+6reb+4ast, R.Sigurdsson 17+1reb+7ast, E.Sigurdsson 14+3reb+3ast, G.Sveinbjornsson 12+4reb+2ast, E.Egilsson 10+5reb+1ast, T.Gunnlaugsson 10+10reb+3ast

Thor AK Akureyri (Dominos League) added to their roster 26-year old American power forward Marques Oliver (201-100kg-91, college: Delaware State). He played last season at Fjolnir in the D1. In 8 games he recorded very impressive stats: 19.4ppg, 9.0rpg, 2.6apg, 2.0spg and 2.6bpg. Oliver helped them to make it to the semifinals. He was voted All-MEAC 2nd Team back in 2012 at his college time. Oliver has played previously professionally in Canada (Orangeville A's) and Germany (ETB Wohnbau a... [read more]

Thor AK Akureyri (Dominos League) added to their roster 26-year old American power forward Marques Oliver (201-100kg-91, college: Delaware State). He played last season at Fjolnir in the D1. In 8 games he recorded very impressive stats: 19.4ppg, 9.0rpg, 2.6apg, 2.0spg and 2.6bpg. Oliver helped them to make it to the semifinals. He was voted All-MEAC 2nd Team back in 2012 at his college time.Oliver has played previously professionally in Canada (Orangeville A's) and Germany (ETB Wohnbau and Cuxhaven BasCats).He attended Delaware State until 2013 and it will be his fifth season as a professional player.

Thor AK Akureyri (Dominos League) landed 22-year old guard Hreidar Vilhjalmsson (190-95). He has played for the last four years at Fjolnir in the D1. In 28 games he averaged 5.4ppg, 1.2rpg and 1.9apg last season. Vilhjalmsson helped them to make it to the semifinals. He played in the final of Icelandic D1 Playoff in 2016. By Eurobasket Data Center Check also Complete Transfers List in Iceland [read more]

Thor AK Akureyri (Dominos League) landed 22-year old guard Hreidar Vilhjalmsson (190-95). He has played for the last four years at Fjolnir in the D1. In 28 games he averaged 5.4ppg, 1.2rpg and 1.9apg last season. Vilhjalmsson helped them to make it to the semifinals. He played in the final of Icelandic D1 Playoff in 2016.

Russia - Iceland 82-69 Russia won the International tournament in Kazan undefeated. In the last game the overcame Iceland 82-69 to finish with a perfect 3-0 record. Russia insured a 24-15 lead from the start and added a 24-16 run in the second period. Iceland pulled back in the third quarter as they produced a 23-12 surge, however the hosts closed the game with a final 22-15 rally. Mikhail Kulagin (191-G-94, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) top-scored for the winners with 20 points and Timofey... [read more]

Russia - Iceland 82-69

Russia won the International tournament in Kazan undefeated. In the last game the overcame Iceland 82-69 to finish with a perfect 3-0 record. Russia insured a 24-15 lead from the start and added a 24-16 run in the second period. Iceland pulled back in the third quarter as they produced a 23-12 surge, however the hosts closed the game with a final 22-15 rally.Mikhail Kulagin (191-G-94, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) top-scored for the winners with 20 points and Timofey Mozgov (216-C-86, agency: Stanislav Ryzhov) netted 15. Vitaliy Fridzon (195-G-85, agency: Alti Sport) followed them with 11 points. Martin Hermannsson (190-G-94, college: LIU Brooklyn) answered with 22 points in the losing effort whilst Haukur Palsson (197-SF-92, college: Maryland) had 12.

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